Qualified Remodeler Magazine

APR 2013

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TRUCKS AND VANS / PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT 01 04 02 01 Compact and Full-size Vans Ford���s 2014 compact Transit Connect cargo van is expected to achieve 30+ mpg on the highway with EcoBoost power. The Transit Connect offers customers a choice of two four-cylinder engines, two wheelbase lengths, two model series and an available CNG/LPG prep package. It also offers sliding side doors, side-hinged rear cargo doors, a choice of side and rear window configurations, and an estimated 1,600-lb. payload. A full-size Transit van also is available. Circle 01 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10884535 02 Full-size Van The 2014 Ram ProMaster full-size van is based on the Fiat Ducato, which has been in production for more than 30 years. The ProMaster is available in two roof heights, three wheelbases and four body lengths. Additionally, the ProMaster offers a chassis cab and cutaway from the factory. It has a payload capacity up to 5,145 lbs. and a maximum towing capacity up to 5,100 lbs. The gross combined weight rating for the 3.6-liter V-6 is 11,500 lbs. and 12,500 lbs. for the 3.0-liter I-4 EcoDiesel. Circle 02 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10888160 03 Meets Workplace Demands Ford���s E-Series van can tow up to 10,000 lbs. when properly equipped, and payload tops out at 3,920 lbs. Three engine choices and three wheelbase options make it easy to match the E-Series to workplace demands. Other features include: sync system, which can integrate with smartphones and other 28 April 2013 load driving to save fuel. On extended cab models, the Sierra has front-hinged rear doors with outside pull handles at the rear, providing improved access in tight parking spaces and allowing rear passengers to enter and exit the vehicle with the front doors remaining closed. QR ForResidentialPros.com Circle 05 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10884549 06 Improved 03 devices using hands-free Bluetooth technology; crew chief telematics for real-time operating data; instrument panelmounted navigation system with 6.5-in. touch-screen display; and standard audio input jack for MP3 players. Circle 03 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10886091 04 Cargo Van Chevrolet Express Cargo vans are available in regular 135-in. and extended 155-in. wheelbase lengths. The 1500 Series vans include light-duty models rated at 7,300 lbs. GVWR. The 2500 Series includes heavy-duty models rated at 8,600 lbs. GVWR. The heavyduty 3500 Series includes full-bodied models rated at 9,600 lbs. GVWR with the 6.0L gas V-8 and 9,900 lbs. with the Duramax 6.6L diesel. Features include six-speed automatic transmissions, right-hand (driver-side) cargo doors, all-wheel drive and available 6.6L Duramax turbo-diesel engine with B20 biodiesel capability. Circle 04 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10886103 05 Front-hinged Efficiency Chevrolet���s 2014 Silverado 1500 features a family of three EcoTec3 engines, a V-6 and two V-8s. All three engines incorporate direct fuel injection, cylinder deactivation and continuously variable valve timing. All three switch seamlessly to four-cylinder operation to improve efficiency during light-load driving. Silverado 1500 crew cabs will be available with a 6-ft. 6-in. box, in addition to the previous 5-ft. box. A revised front and rear suspension and wider wheels provide a more comfortable ride and more confident handling. Circle 06 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10884530 07 Cab Style Choices The 2014 Toyota Tundra will have a grade strategy consisting of the SR, SR5, Limited and two premium grades: Platinum and the 1794 Edition, a tribute to the ranch, founded in the year 1794, on which the Tundra plant is located in San Antonio. Tundra is offered in three cab styles: two-door regular cab, four-door double cab and four-door CrewMax, all available in 4x2 and 4x4. New features include a blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert, a standard back-up camera (viewed from the audio display screen) and standard Bluetooth. Circle 07 or visit ForResidentialPros.com/10884557 Rear Doors The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 full-size pickup engine portfolio includes a 4.3L V-6, a 5.3L V-8 and a 6.2L V-8. Each engine features standard direct-injection, continuously variable valve timing and active fuel management, which means they seamlessly switch to run on four cylinders during light- 05 07 06

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